About James Ramsay
Lived 1898 – 1969 (aged 70). James Ramsay was a British association football player.
James Howie Ramsay (7 August 1898 – 26 January 1969) was a Scottish professional footballer and manager who notably played for Arsenal under Leslie Knighton and Herbert Chapman in the 1920s.
Career Arsenal bought Ramsay from Scottish side Kilmarnock in February 1924 for £1775. After making 78 appearances and scoring 11 goals for the club, he returned to Kilmarnock in December 1926. Ramsay later managed Margate in the 1930s.
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Who was James Ramsay?
Scottish association football player
When was James Ramsay born?
James Ramsay was born on 7 August 1898.
When did James Ramsay die?
James Ramsay died on 26 January 1969.
What was James Ramsay's occupation?
James Ramsay was an association football player.
What nationality was James Ramsay?
James Ramsay was British.
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